{"id":4352,"date":"2024-02-14T11:32:55","date_gmt":"2024-02-14T11:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nosh.ng\/blog\/?p=4352"},"modified":"2025-02-13T13:27:01","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T13:27:01","slug":"send-money-using-paypal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usenosh.com\/blog\/send-money-using-paypal","title":{"rendered":"How To Send Money to Someone Using PayPal"},"content":{"rendered":"

With about 430 million active users worldwide, PayPal, one of the top online payment platforms<\/a> in the world, processes millions of transactions every day. <\/span>With it, you can quickly and easily send money to your friends, family or business vendors. The platform makes it possible to send money to someone without a bank account<\/a>. All you need is their email address, phone number or PayPal username.<\/p>\n

This article provides step-by-step guides for sending money through the PayPal mobile app and the website. Let\u2019s get right into it!<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Send Money Through PayPal Mobile App<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

Sending money to someone through the PayPal mobile app is pretty straightforward. You just need to have a smartphone or tablet, the app, internet connection and your recipient\u2019s details.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Follow the steps below to send money through the PayPal mobile app:<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 1: Open the App and Login to Your PayPal Account <\/b><\/p>\n

Launch the <\/span>PayPal mobile app<\/span><\/a> on your smartphone. After opening the app, sign in to your PayPal account using your credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 2: Click on “Send<\/b>“<\/span><\/p>\n

Look for the “<\/span>Send<\/b>” option and click it. You should find it on the <\/span>left side<\/b> of the toolbar at the <\/span>bottom of the homepage<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 3: Enter Recipient’s Details<\/b><\/p>\n

\u00a0Input the recipient’s email address or mobile number linked to their PayPal account. You can also <\/span>access your contacts and pick the recipient <\/b>from there.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 4: Enter Amount<\/b><\/p>\n

Specify the amount you want to send and select the currency. After entering the amount and currency, tap \u201cNext<\/strong>\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 5: Select Payment Type<\/b><\/p>\n

Select “<\/span>Friends and Family<\/b>” when sending money to someone you’re familiar with, or “<\/span>Goods and Services<\/b>” when paying for a purchase. Sending money to family and friends is free, while sending to business vendors comes with a fee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 6: Choose Payment Method<\/b>:<\/span><\/p>\n

If the default payment method is not what you want to use, you can change it. The payment method could be your linked bank account, credit card, or PayPal balance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 7: Add Note (Optional)<\/b>: If needed, you can add a note or description for the transaction.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 8: Review and Send<\/b>: Double-check the details, then hit the “<\/span>Send Now<\/b>” button to complete the transaction.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sending Money to Someone Through PayPal Website<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"Send<\/span><\/p>\n

Aside from the mobile app, you can also access PayPal via the desktop website and send money. All you need is your computer, which could be a laptop or desktop, the recipient’s details and an internet connection.<\/p>\n

Below is a step-by-step process on how to send money using the PayPal desktop website:<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 1: Visit PayPal Website and Login<\/b><\/p>\n

\u00a0Open your preferred browser on your computer, go to the <\/span>official PayPal website<\/span><\/a> and log in with your details.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 2: Click on \u201cSend & Request\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

Once you\u2019re signed in, tap on \u201cSend & Request<\/strong>\u201d located on the <\/span>menu bar<\/b> at the <\/span>top of the page<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 3: Select Your Payment Type<\/b><\/p>\n

If you are sending money to someone you know, select \u201c<\/span>Sending to a Friend<\/b>\u201d. But if you are sending money to a business vendor, select \u201cPaying for an item or service<\/strong>\u201d which attracts a fee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 4: Enter Recipient’s Details<\/b><\/p>\n

Provide the recipient’s email address or mobile number associated with their PayPal account.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 5: Specify Amount<\/b><\/p>\n

Indicate the amount you wish to send and select the currency. You can also choose to add a note. When you\u2019re done, click \u201c<\/span>Continue<\/b>\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 6: Select Payment Method<\/b><\/p>\n

Your default payment method on PayPal will be automatically picked. If your default method is not what you want to use, click “<\/span>Change Payment Method<\/b>” before proceeding.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step 7: Review and Send<\/b>: Finally, review all details carefully, and when everything looks good, click “<\/span>Send Payment Now<\/b>” to complete the transfer. Once the money has been sent, you will receive a confirmation email.
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Understanding PayPal Fees, Transaction Times & Limits<\/h2>\n

When using PayPal, it\u2019s essential to understand the associated fees, transfer times, and limits to manage your transactions effectively. Here’s a clear breakdown:<\/p>\n

PayPal Fees<\/strong><\/h4>\n

PayPal charges fees based on the type of transfer, the payment method, and whether the transaction is domestic or international:<\/p>\n

Domestic Personal Transfers<\/strong>:<\/p>\n